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Students learn story of 'The Elves and the Shoemaker'

Kindergarten students at Wasatch, Fremont and South Clearfield elementary schools received a new pair of shoes this week.

In partnership with the Davis Education Foundation, Mountain America Credit Union, Ascent Credit Union and an anonymous donor, donations purchased the shoes. 

Student unwrapping shoes

“Many students in our community need some basic things that most of us take for granted,” said Fremont Elementary Administrative Intern David Thal. “The delight on the students’ faces when they get their new shoes is magical. Make no mistake — Christmas magic is alive and well!” 

What started at Wasatch Elementary several years ago has grown into a yearly tradition for several schools in Davis School District.

The activity starts with a reading of “The Elves and the Shoemaker.” At the end of the story, students go in search of a gift of  shoes and socks wrapped just for them.

“What’s better than new shoes and socks? It’s always exciting when we can provide shoes for every one of our kindergarten students,” said Robert Kinghorn, South Clearfield Elementary principal. “This has grown into a multi-school effort as we tag teamed with other schools to ensure more students will be getting new shoes. This is all because of the love and donations from the amazing partnerships we have through the Davis Education Foundation.”